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I just realized that I, as saying that I am pro-life, need not only stand up for the unborn in our world, but also that I strive to protect people from death until they naturally die. Personally, I refer to my suicidal friend who is angered over my actions concerning her safety.

Do you think being pro-life goes beyond the boundaries of contraception, abortion, and the unborn? Why?

Agreed.

Prolife goes to the sanctity of life. Some take it all life, some take it only human life, but pro-life really does mean prolife. If you're driven to defend the rights of the unborn, I"m sure you're driven to defend the rights of all humans being wronged, well most anyway. Prolife has been around for centuries, long before anyone knew life started at conception. Prolife has been around since the very first person stood up for what was right, said, "No, and you can't either," when given the opportunity to harm another human. Countless people have died defending life and all the human rights that go along with it. Abortion is just one more thing in the mix of injustices done to humans throughout time. Prolife is more than just abortion.

And to the suicide comment, yes. YOu have no idea what impact you have on others when you kill yourself. You may think no one will care, but you leave scars on peoples' hearts. Don't do anything stupid, anyone reading this, and remember you're loved. Make sure the ones you love know it. It's the only thing that's stopped me on many occassions. I couldn't hurt the people who love me. Make sure people know how much you care because it does work, as stupid as it sounds.

I agree. All life is encompassed in being pro-life. I understand that death is a part of life. But that doesn't mean suicide is something that should be part of life. According to my mother's bible (possibly all bibles, I wouldn't know for sure), suicide is the unforgiveable sin. So...yeah. Pro-life is about all life. Animals, humans, everything.

Yes, absolutely, and though I don't want to start a big debate over these issues here, I'm a vegetarian, an animal rights activist, I oppose the death penalty, war and the destruction of the environment all for the same reason I'm pro-life. I wouldn't want someone else deciding whether I should live or die, I don't believe that should be anyone's decision, so I will not sit down, be quiet and "mind my own business" while lives are taken for no reason other than someone wanted that person dead.
If your friend is suicidal, you certainly did the right thing. I don't have a problem with euthanasia if the decision is made *by the individual* and it's clear they're of sound mind. My grandfather spent his last few months in a hospice, where they don't try to save your life, they just try to ease your suffering. There was nothing anyone could do, so he was just kept comfortable. My mother has made it clear that she does not want any excessive efforts made to keep her alive. I'll probably be there when she dies, and if she could possibly be kept alive with life support, I know it'll be hard, but it's her choice, and it makes sense to leave the medical technology to someone with a chance at full recovery. If I knew I was going to die soon, I'd want to take matters into my own hands.
The difference between euthanasia and suicide is the reasoning behind it. If you're 102 and dying of cancer, it's perfectly reasonable to want to have control over how you die. If you're young and have a pretty good life, suicidal thoughts mean you need help. I've been there--my life was pretty good, I had friends and family who loved me, but I just didn't see it, it was my stupid brain that made me think my life was hell--that made my life a hell that was all in my head. It's definitely right to help someone who's feeling this way, and when your friend gets better she'll thank you.

...mkay, this was long... sweatdrop